Akebono  Euro Ceramic Pads

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Brakes are a safety critical part of a motor vehicle. Brake components should be installed by a competent mechanic in a professional manner. Any incorrect installation of brake components can cause a major safety problem or an accident. If you are not a competent and qualified mechanic you should not attempt to install these products, but should take the vehicle to a vehicle dealer or competent automotive mechanic for their installation.


Disc brake pads and rotors are wear items and as such, should be inspected regularly and replaced as necessary. Read More.

Akebono is the first brake pad manufacturer to produce a true ceramic pad for European vehicles that delivers the same European pedal feel and stopping power as the Original Equipment (OE) pads. Akebono's exclusive clean wheel formulations help to eliminate the heavy brake dust issues normally associated with the OE pads, too, and a definitive control of noise, vibration and harshness is felt.

One hundred percent asbestos-free, the pads' Advanced Ceramic Technology helps to extend rotor life resulting in fewer rotor replacements (and additional dollars saved).

Akebono Euro pads are approved for use by Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Akebono Euro Ceramic Pads

Consumer Surveys

Would Buy Again? 8.0 - Good
Responsiveness 8.0 - Good
Stopping Power 8.0 - Good
Fade Resistance 9.0 - Excellent
Dust on Wheels 9.0 - Excellent
Noise 9.0 - Excellent
Appearance 8.0 - Good
Overall Expectations Met? 8.0 - Good

Note: Customer Survey Ratings are from 0-10 with 10 being the highest.

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  •   Poor (2.6 - 4.5)
  •   Unacceptable (0 - 2.5)

Consumer Reviews

  • December 13, 2020 (Verified Purchase)

    4.9 out of 5

    Good as normal with Tire Rack. My only complaint is that the description for the brake pads didn’t indicate that the sensor was included with the pads. So in turn I ordered the sensor with the pads and rotors. When I recieved my order I found that I didn’t need to purchase the sensor because it was included with the pads. But the real problem would have been that the separate sensor I ordered was incorrect for my car.
    I contacted Tire Rack and you refunded the cost of the sensor.
    I’ve been a customer of Tire Rack for over 20 years and have always been very satisfied. I will continue coming to TR for my tire and brake needs.

    • Vehicle:

      2011 BMW 535i xDrive Sedan M Sport Pkg

    • Vehicle Miles:

      127,600

    • Miles Driven on Product:

      4,000

    • Driving Style:

      Average

    • Driving Conditions:

      Combined Highway/City

    • Pads:

      Akebono Euro Ceramic Pads

    • Rotors:

      Stock

    • Lines:

      Stock

    • Calipers:

      Stock

    • Location:

      ELGIN, IL

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    10 of 12 people found this review helpful.

  • June 22, 2018 (Verified Tire Rack Customer)

    4.0 out of 5

    NO DUST!!!! Great pads for dd compared to OEM pads. Stocks grabbed too hard and was dusty as hell for dd. Akebonos has slightly less initial bite, very easy to modulate brakes and very kind on rotors. Not recommended for trackdays but they did ok, there was noticeable brake fade within a few laps but after 4 sessions they held up with minimal dust on the wheels.

    • Vehicle:

      2011 BMW M3 Coupe Competition Package

    • Vehicle Miles:

      52,000

    • Miles Driven on Product:

      700

    • Driving Style:

      Spirited

    • Driving Conditions:

      Combined Highway/City

    • Pads:

      Akebono Euro Ceramic Pads

    • Rotors:

      Stock

    • Lines:

      Other

    • Calipers:

      Stock

    • Location:

      PLEASANTVILLE, NY

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    7 of 8 people found this review helpful.

  • April 22, 2016 (Verified Tire Rack Customer)

    4.2 out of 5

    It s actually my son s car and he mentioned that he have to press the brakes more than the original pad. But a lot less dust on the wheel.

    • Vehicle:

      2011 MINI Countryman Cooper

    • Vehicle Miles:

      50,000

    • Miles Driven on Product:

      1,200

    • Driving Style:

      Average

    • Driving Conditions:

      Combined Highway/City

    • Pads:

      Akebono Euro Ceramic Pads

    • Rotors:

      StopTech Sport Slotted Rotor

    • Lines:

      Stock

    • Calipers:

      Stock

    • Location:

      JACKSONVILLE, FL

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    14 of 32 people found this review helpful.

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